Another popular Brainerd postcard subject was Van's Cafe. This postcard dates from 1950. A similar view, differently colored, is available as an art print from Internet poster sellers.Description from the back of the card:
Located in BRAINERD, MINN., opposite the Tourist Information Tower on Highways 371 and 210 is
BRAINERD'S OUTSTANDING CAFE
newly streamlined, remodeled and air-conditioned
"KNOWN for GOOD FOOD at POPULAR PRICES".
Folks drive miles for VAN'S "Sizzling" steaks, fried chicken, home made chow mein, barbecued ribs and delicious TURKEY DINNERS served daily.
BE SURE AND STOP AT VAN'S
BRAINERD'S OUTSTANDING CAFE
newly streamlined, remodeled and air-conditioned
"KNOWN for GOOD FOOD at POPULAR PRICES".
Folks drive miles for VAN'S "Sizzling" steaks, fried chicken, home made chow mein, barbecued ribs and delicious TURKEY DINNERS served daily.
BE SURE AND STOP AT VAN'S
Van's Cafe was started in 1923 and was owned by Van Essens.
If anyone has anything from Van's Cafe, I would be interested in buying it from you. My grandparents started the cafe as Van's Lunch, and my parents took over after WWII. Please email Mark Van Essen at vanscafe@charter.net. I don't check emails often, so please be patient! Thanks!
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